Sweeteners

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What is Acesulfame Potassium (Ace-K)?

Curious about low-calorie sweeteners? You’re not alone. Conflicting information about low-calorie sweeteners seems to be reaching new heights, so we’ve searched high and low for the facts. Here’s the lowdown…

What Is Allulose?

Highlights Allulose is a relatively new type of sweetener that many people have not heard of. Allulose is a naturally occurring sugar that is found in plant foods in very…

A Background on Carbohydrates and Sugars

This article provides an overview of how carbohydrates and sugars are classified, common types that are found in foods, their impact on health and what the latest dietary guidance recommends…

All About Monk Fruit

Download the Monk Fruit Fact Sheet for Consumers here Download the Monk Fruit CPE Self-Study Activity here Learn more about the Monk Fruit CPE Self-Study Activity here Why would I…

Can a Diet Without Sugar be Healthy?

Sugar provides sweetness to many of our favorite foods and drinks. It also happens to be one of the most polarizing nutrition topics. Many people enjoy sweet tasting foods and…

What Is Glucose?

There are many different types and forms of caloric sweeteners that are collectively called “sugar.” The most familiar type of sugar is table sugar. Scientifically speaking, table sugar is sucrose,…